Champagne growers start earliest harvest on record
By The BriefBrief
Champagne growers are beginning the harvest earlier than ever as heatwaves force grapes to ripen sooner. The shift means harvest timing that was once considered nearly unthinkable is now happening at the start of the season.
WHO:Champagne growers
WHAT:Champagne growers begin the harvest earlier than ever due to heatwaves.
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 5:40 AM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:Heatwaves are pushing grapes to ripen earlier, forcing an earlier harvest.
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